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Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark)
1863
1943
Jacobs, William Wymark
Owen, Will
1869
1957
Striking Hard
Deep Waters, Part 10.
Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Produced by David Widger
"Striking Hard" by W. W. Jacobs is a comedic short story written in the early 20th century. Set in a working-class household, the narrative humorously explores themes of domestic life, gender roles, and labor strikes through the interactions of Mr. and Mrs. Porter. The story primarily tackles the challenges and absurdities faced when both parents decide to go on strike for better conditions—Mr. Porter for more money and shorter hours at work, and Mrs. Porter for greater respect and recognition in her domestic duties. In this story, the eccentric duo, Mr. and Mrs. Porter, each embark on their own strike—Mr. Porter from his job, demanding better pay, and Mrs. Porter from her responsibilities at home. The unfolding of their household’s chaos showcases Mr. Porter’s struggle to manage the children and household chores while his wife spends her time enjoying leisure. Mrs. Porter, undeterred by her husband's attempts to reason with her, navigates her newfound freedom with comical enthusiasm, leading to humorous situations that challenge traditional roles. Ultimately, when Mr. Porter returns from work victorious in his strike, he finds that his wife's demands for pay have escalated, highlighting the absurdity of the situation and the unexpected outcomes of standing up for one's rights, whether at work or at home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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